Why is MPEP § 903.07 referenced in the section about classification changes for cases in issue?
MPEP § 903.07 is referenced in MPEP § 1307 because it provides detailed guidance on handling classification changes during the examination process, which remains relevant even after a case has been allowed. The reference states:
“See MPEP § 903.07.”
This cross-reference indicates that the procedures for managing classification changes in allowed cases are consistent with those applied during examination. MPEP § 903.07 likely contains comprehensive instructions on:
- How to process classification changes
- The impact on search and examination
- Administrative steps for updating records
- Potential effects on the application’s processing
By referring examiners and other USPTO personnel to this section, the MPEP ensures consistency in handling classification changes throughout the patent prosecution process, including the period between allowance and issuance.
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